Punjab has declared all 23 districts flood-hit after heavy rainfall and overflowing rivers caused massive damage. At least 30 people have died, and more than 3.5 lakh residents are affected. Pathankot reported the highest deaths with 6, while 3 people remain missing. Over 1.4 lakh hectares of crops are submerged, with Gurdaspur the worst-hit district. Authorities have evacuated nearly 20,000 people and set up 174 relief camps. The NDRF, Army, Navy, and Air Force are carrying out rescue operations using helicopters and boats. Schools and colleges will remain closed until September 7 as red alerts continue in many districts. (PC: X)

Punjab has declared all 23 districts flood-hit after heavy rains and swollen rivers caused massive destruction. At least 30 people have died, and more than 3.5 lakh residents are affected. Gurdaspur is the worst-hit, with 324 villages submerged. Crops on nearly 1.5 lakh hectares are damaged. Pathankot recorded the highest deaths, while three people remain missing. The government has set up 174 relief camps, and over 19,000 people have been rescued. The Army, Navy, Air Force, and NDRF are carrying out relief operations with helicopters and boats. Schools and colleges will remain closed until September 7.

Heavy rain has brought Delhi-NCR to a standstill with severe waterlogging in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad and Faridabad. Key areas like Safdarjung, Connaught Place and India Gate remain flooded. At Delhi airport, 273 departures and 73 arrivals were delayed till 5 pm, causing chaos for passengers. Roads near IGI Airport and several stretches in Gurugram are submerged. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued red, orange and yellow alerts for different zones of Delhi. The Yamuna river has risen to 207.19 metres, forcing evacuation of over 7,500 people. Relief camps have been set up, while rescue teams remain on high alert. (PC: India Today)

Delhi is on high alert as the Yamuna river crossed the 207-metre mark on Wednesday after heavy rains. This is the fifth time since 1963 the river has swelled beyond this level. The Central Water Commission said the Yamuna may rise further to 207.40 metres by 8 pm. Water has entered homes and shops in low-lying areas, forcing families to move to safer places. Many displaced residents said they have no food or toilets. The Old Railway Bridge has been closed for traffic. IMD has forecast more rainfall with thunder and strong winds in Delhi and nearby states. (PC: AFP)

Heavy rains continue to batter North India, causing floods, landslides, and road closures. The IMD has issued a red alert for Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, warning of very heavy rainfall, cloudbursts, and flash floods. In Himachal’s Kullu, a landslide damaged houses, with two people feared trapped. In Jammu, a woman and her daughter died after a house collapse. Schools and colleges in Punjab and Kashmir have been shut till September 7. Over 10,000 people were evacuated in Delhi after the Yamuna crossed the danger mark. Rescue teams are working across affected states to save lives. (PC: Hindustan Times)

In Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, a massive landslide triggered by continuous heavy rainfall forced the evacuation of 15 houses as a precautionary measure. Local authorities, along with the district administration, moved residents to safer locations to avoid casualties. The incident highlights the state’s growing vulnerability to natural disasters during the monsoon season. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall alert for several districts, warning of possible landslides, flash floods, and road blockages. Rescue teams remain on high alert, with disaster management authorities monitoring the situation and carrying out safety measures in vulnerable areas. (PC: ANI)

Uttarakhand is grappling with devastating flash floods after recording 273 % excess rainfall in 24 hours, leaving over 300 roads blocked and disrupting lives and rescue operations . A viral video shared on X by Dr PM Dhakate, Special Secretary to the Chief Minister, shows a leopard’s lifeless body floating in a swollen river—highlighting the tragic impact on wildlife . The IMD issued an orange alert for seven districts, and relief efforts are underway: the NDRF, Army, and SDRF rescued people and animals; several families have been moved to relief camps . Meanwhile, another viral clip showed two elephants being swept away in strong currents—but both managed to regain footing and reach safety.   

A massive landslide has killed at least 370 people in Sudan’s remote Marra Mountains, the UN said. Officials warned the death toll could rise as the area is hard to reach. Local armed group Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM/A) claimed up to 1,000 may have died after heavy rains triggered the disaster on Sunday, destroying the village of Tarseen. Only one survivor has been found. Aid delivery faces delays due to poor roads and flooding. The SLM/A, which controls the area, has appealed for urgent international help. Leaders across Africa called the tragedy a humanitarian crisis and urged swift assistance. (PC: AFP)

Delhi traffic police have closed the Old Iron Bridge (Loha Pul) from Tuesday 4 pm due to rising Yamuna water levels, which crossed the danger mark of 205.33 metres. Commuters have been advised to avoid the bridge and nearby routes. Traffic has been diverted through Hanuman Setu, Raja Ram Kohli Marg, and Geeta Colony Road. Police urged people to use public transport and keep extra time for travel. Drone visuals showed the Yamuna flowing above danger levels after heavy rain. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited flood-hit areas and assured relief and support to affected families. Vigil is being maintained. (PC: ANI Grab)

A frustrated Reddit user's viral post about falling into an unmarked drain during Gurugram's heavy rainfall has sparked widespread criticism of the city's infrastructure. The resident, stuck in the "Millennium City" for five months due to work commitments, described living there as "literal hell" after tumbling into knee-deep floodwater concealing an open drain with no safety barriers. Monday's downpour brought over 100mm of rainfall in four hours, causing severe waterlogging across streets. Despite being Haryana's highest tax-paying city, residents complained about poor civic facilities worse than tier-2 cities. Social media users shared similar experiences, with one walking three kilometers through gutter water. The incident highlights ongoing infrastructure failures in India's corporate hub during monsoon season. (PC: Business Today & India Today)